As for one 28-year old woman from Dallas, Texas, her experience is being called a “plastic surgery nightmare.” As reported by Fox News Latino, she turned to Dr. Hector Oscar Molina of Irving for an arm lift and breast augmentation. According to the woman’s mother, her obese daughter just wanted to feel “pretty.” Unfortunately, after her 17 hour-operation, she ended up with open wounds and difficulty breathing. It was also reported that she woke up in pain during the implant procedure – her sister heard her screaming and ran in there only to see Dr. Molina continue operating while she was being shot up with drugs.

As reported by the Fox website, it is not the first time a patient has called 911 after undergoing plastic surgery at Molina Medical. This patient appears to be a victim to poor practice; Dr. Molina was not board certified, has only partial privileges at hospitals, and his facility is not accredited. It is not said whether the patient thoroughly researched the background of Dr. Molina, and if she visited any other doctors for consultations. Another factor that is extremely important, which was not addressed in this article: the 28-year old woman weighs 300 pounds. Her goal was about appearing more attractive, but what about becoming healthier?

Well-trained surgeons typically turn down obese patients when it comes to cosmetic surgery, because there is a health problem here that should not be ignored. Whether through diet, exercise, or even weight loss surgery, the matter of her size should be a matter to consider first. According to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS), a surgeon should “evaluate your general health status and any pre-existing health conditions or risk factors.” One may wonder, then, did Dr. Molina do this?

To learn about the various requirements for plastic surgery, please contact the office of Dr. Wilcox. He specializes in several body contouring procedures, including tummy tuck surgery, liposuction, and breast augmentation, at his Plano practice. Dr. Wilcox is board certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery (ABPS), as well as a member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS) and the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS).

A recent usatoday.com article reported a shocking story about a woman who wanted to get a curvier body at a “cheap price.” Unfortunately, this woman fell into the trap of a fake doctor who filled her buttocks with substances that should never be injected into the human body: cement, mineral oil, and flat-tire sealant. The woman paid $700 for a series of injections, only to end up with “severe abdominal pain and infected sores on her buttocks accompanied by flu-like symptoms.” She is said to now be left with heavy medical bills, after being rushed to two different South Florida hospitals to treat these problems.

While there are many factors involved in this case that cause us to shake our head in disbelief, there is one thing we know for sure: Had the woman done her background research on the doctor and learned that the patient’s own fat is the only acceptable substance that should be injected into the buttocks, her outcome would be very different. That which does not involve a fraud posing as a medical professional

Dr. Wilcox performs butt enhancement surgery at his practice via the fat grafting method.  If you are interested in undergoing butt augmentation, Dallas and Plano’s Dr. Wilcox can meet with you for a consultation. You can schedule your appointment by calling (972) 620-1700.

Currently, the top 5 most-requested surgical procedures at the practice of Dr. Wilcox include:

“Mommy Makeover” – Entails multiple cosmetic body contouring surgeries to help a woman’s body return to her pre-pregnancy contour

Tummy Tuck – Reshapes the midsection with the removal of excess skin and fat from the middle and/or lower abdomen and tightens the abdominal muscles

Breast Augmentation – Enhances the size and shape of the breasts with the placement of saline or silicone gel implants

Liposuction – Removes pockets of excess fat through a special suctioning technique while sculpting the body into an overall smoother and slimmer contour

Male Breast Reduction – Improves the appearance of gynecomastia (“female-like breasts”) by creating a more masculine chest shape through skin excision and/or liposuction

In addition to offering these procedures, such as breast augmentation and liposuction, Plano plastic surgeon Dr. Wilcox also provides several non-surgical facial rejuvenation options that are designed to create a more youthful appearance. Depending on your cosmetic goals and Dr. Wilcox’s recommendations, becoming the best you in the new year may involve multiple procedures.

To learn how we can help meet your cosmetic goals, please call (972) 620-1700 and schedule an initial consultation.

If you strongly desire a tummy tuck, but the cost of this plastic surgery procedure is of major concern, you can look into financing or other payment options. At the practice of Dr. Wilcox, a qualified Plano tummy tuck specialist, you can gather all of the details about abdominoplasty. A staff member would be happy to provide the necessary information to help you make the best, most comfortable decision.

In an earlier blog post titled “How to Pay for Plastic Surgery,” we share with you some of the options you have at Dr. Wilcox’s practice: “You may qualify for convenient and secure financing with CareCredit®, a credit card company that is specific to specialty medical procedures, such as plastic surgery. Some of the other options you may want to look into are using your general credit cards, applying for a bank loan, and learning about doctor payment plans.”

Feel free to call (972) 620-1700 with any additional questions regarding tummy tuck surgery and the costs involved with this procedure.

It was in 1974 when two Italian gynecologists, Dr. Giorgio Fischer and his son, Dr. Giorgio Fischer, Jr., better crafted the liposuction procedure into an effective fat removal process. They invented a way to internally cut away fat tissue that sits within the body using an electric-powered, rotating scalpel, which was contained in a thin metal tube called a “cannula,” and inserted through small incisions. This early form of liposuction did destroy fat cells, which were suctioned through a rubber tubing by a vacuum machine; but because the doctors’ technology was not nearly as fine-tuned as it is today, the surgical outcomes back then can hardly be compared to modern results.

Soon thereafter, throughout the 1970s and ‘80s, surgeons began to create their own techniques and make the necessary adjustments to the procedure in order to help prevent such problems as blood loss, permanent numbness in the treated areas, asymmetry, and unpredictable results – complications that were associated with the early attempts of liposuction.

Today, there are several methods of liposuction to choose from, depending on your particular cosmetic goals, where and how many problem areas you have, and the surgeon’s recommendation. During your consultation with Dr. Wilcox at his Plano plastic surgery practice, you can learn which liposuction techniques he specializes in, and which one will provide you with optimal results. Please note that this procedure is not a weight loss method; rather it is designed to help further sculpt a body that is already physically in shape but has stubborn pockets of excess pockets of fat in certain areas.

Please contact the office of Dr. Wilcox regarding your interest in liposuction, by calling (972) 620-1700.

According to an article on PlasticSurgery.com article – “How Important Are Before and After Photos?” – there are multiple factors to analyze when viewing images on a doctor’s website. A top thing to take notice of, the writer mentions, is the “patient physique.” If they have similar facial features or body shape, you may want to mainly focus on reviewing those images first. In terms of breast lift surgery, a popular procedure requested at Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery Center of Texas, Dr. Wilcox offers additional tips on what to look for. He says that women who are evaluating before and after breast lift photos should pay attention to symmetry, nipple position, and scarring. If the individual wants to receive breast implants during the lifting procedure, she should view images of breast lift photos both with and without implants. This will help her to make the best decision.

Before and after plastic surgery photos greatly attest to the quality of a surgeon’s work, providing the prospective Dallas / Plano breast lift patient with an idea of his or her skillset. A qualified surgeon will have a photo gallery on his or her website, and additional photos to show you during consultation should you so wish to see more. If a doctor does not have images of his or her work available or is hesitant to show you them, you may want to look elsewhere. Please contact the office of Dr. Wilcox to schedule a consultation regarding your breast lift needs.

Dr. Wilcox frequently meets with women who are interested in achieving a more youthful appearance with the help of breast lift surgery. During the consultation, he is often approached with a question revolved around the issue of nipple sensitivity: “Will I lose it after surgery?” According to Plano / Dallas breast lift specialist Dr. Wilcox, there is a chance of sensation decreasing, but it depends on the technique used. (All breast lift techniques entail incisions in the nipple/areola area.)

Additional information about this potential problem is explained on the official website of the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS). It is explained that patients may notice less sensation in the nipple and areola areas, but it is usually temporary. “Permanent loss of sensation in the nipples or areas of breast skin may occur rarely. It may, however, take weeks, months or even more than a year before sensation returns to normal,” the ASAPS reports.

Women can trust that they will be provided with the utmost in personal care and patient safety at Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery Center of Texas. During the consultation, patients may ask all of their questions and learn about this procedure in detail. With nearly two decades of experience in plastic surgery, Dr. Wilcox has the knowledge and skills necessary to properly perform breast lifts. Please contact his office to schedule an appointment regarding your body contouring needs.

Breast lift surgery and breast reduction, while both have unique goals, entail similar techniques. According to Dr. Wilcox, a Plano breast lift and Plano breast reduction specialist, these two procedures are the same surgeries in a sense, despite their differences; breast lift surgery is a cosmetic solution designed to correct droopiness and a saggy quality by raising breasts to a more youthful position (which may include breast implant insertion for greater firmness). This is done by removing excess skin and tightening the surrounding tissue. Breast reduction is regarded as a reconstructive procedure due to the fact that it relieves physical pain. However, it also provides a cosmetic improvement as it entails removing excess skin and raising the breasts to a more youthful position. Both procedures help to provide the patient with overall better proportion.

With both procedures, Dr. Wilcox will remove excess skin and tissue as necessary, move the nipple/areola to a higher position on the chest wall (“above the fold”), and reshape the breasts so that they are raised to a youthful placement. There are multiple techniques that can be used for a breast lift and breast reduction, which are dependent on the extent of the patient’s droopiness and/or heavy size.

To learn if you qualify for either procedure, be sure to consult a qualified plastic surgeon. Dr. Wilcox is available for consultations at his practice, Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery Center of Texas.

Because many women fear appearing smaller after their breasts have been lifted and reshaped, it is common for those who undergo this procedure to opt for the insertion of saline or silicone implants as well. This will provide greater firmness and restore a full look or increase the size.

No matter the common thought or myth about a specific procedure, be sure to do your research and consult a qualified surgeon for insight. Viewing before and after photos are also important. If breast lift surgery is of interest to you, be sure to study results that feature patients who underwent this procedure with and without implants. This will help you make the best decisions regarding your body, and get an idea of which route will best meet your needs.

Dr. Wilcox and his staff ensure that every patient will receive the utmost in personal care and attentiveness. Please bring your questions regarding breast lift surgery with you to your consultation. Plano breast lift surgery specialist Dr. Wilcox welcomes your visit.

Just as a teenage girl may receive the graduation gift of breast implants or a woman undergoes facelift surgery to turn back the hands of time on her 50^th birthday (which could be a gift from her kids), presenting a loved one with the opportunity to improve his or her aesthetics during the holiday season can be very special. Cosmetic enhancements not only help improve the beauty of a person on the outside – an individual is likely to feel much more confident and beautiful on the inside as well. Although cosmetic surgery, or even a non-surgical type of treatment, is not designed to change how a person feels about him or herself, the physical result often naturally affects a person’s self-image for the better.

At the practice of Dr. Wilcox, Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery Center of Texas, gift certificates for a cosmetic procedure are commonly purchased as a holiday gift for someone. A Plano breast augmentation specialist with more than two decades of experience, Dr. Wilcox offers several options to consider for both men and women.

If you would like to learn more about the practice of Dr. Wilcox, or you are actually one of his Plano breast augmentation post-op patients who would like to improve upon another area of your body (There’s nothing wrong with giving yourself the gift of cosmetic surgery during the holiday season!), be sure to contact his office and request further information. His staff would be happy to speak with you regarding the selection of minimally invasive and surgical procedures available.